2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1369 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ranger | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2577 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
